Makerspace Supervisor

Laramie County Library System • Cheyenne, WY

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Makerspace Supervisor leads the makerspace at Laramie County Library System, developing its vision and program plan in alignment with library goals. The role shapes hands-on learning, skill-building, community connection, and partnerships with local artists, makers, patrons, and community organizations in a safe and welcoming environment.

The supervisor oversees assigned employees through recruitment, hiring, onboarding, training, performance management, coaching, corrective action, and evaluation. The role also trains and supervises volunteers, directs daily operations and schedules, develops makerspace safety and equipment training, and provides instruction to individuals and groups. As a makerspace technology and equipment resource, the supervisor works with IT employees on implementation, troubleshooting, and repair, and establishes systems for ordering and maintaining tools, equipment, and supplies.

The position contributes to budgeting, resource allocation, service development, cross-functional projects, and system-wide initiatives. It collaborates with Adult Services on community partnerships, classes, drop-in sessions, open houses, and makerspace-related Library of Things kits. The supervisor models high-quality customer service, applies library policies and procedures, addresses patron concerns and library rules issues, serves as a Person in Charge, and may work at public service points. The role is full-time at 38 hours per week, with schedules predominantly during office hours but including evenings and weekends; employees must be available whenever the library is open.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Two years of experience in public service, project management, and/or event planning, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to supervise, coach, train, and lead.
• Ability to build positive relationships with community partners and patrons.
• Ability to work independently while managing multiple tasks and priorities.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in person, in writing, and in group settings.
• Working knowledge of basic computer software and technology.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends, and off-site locations as required; availability to work anytime the library is open.
• Ability to speak, read, comprehend, and write English.
• Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record.
• Ability to stand and/or walk continuously; bend, twist, stoop, squat, push, and pull; and handle items up to 50 pounds, with assistance required for items over 50 pounds.
• Ability to operate computers and fabrication tools; extended computer use and personal protective equipment may be required.

Nice To Haves

• A bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• Makerspace experience.
• Supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Establish a cohesive makerspace vision and program plan aligned with library goals.
• Collaborate with Adult Services employees on community partnerships, classes, drop-in sessions, open house events, and makerspace-related Library of Things kits.
• Manage the employee lifecycle for assigned staff, including recruitment, hiring, onboarding, training, performance management, coaching, corrective action, and evaluation.
• Contribute to division budgeting discussions, resource allocation planning, and service development decisions, using data-informed recommendations and operational insight.
• Participate in cross-functional projects, task forces, and system-wide initiatives.
• Serve as a Person in Charge (PIC).
• Direct daily makerspace operations, including workflows, staffing, and scheduling.
• Develop and deliver training on makerspace safety, equipment, and procedures; provide instruction to individuals and groups.
• Serve as an expert on makerspace technology and equipment, working with IT employees to implement, troubleshoot, and repair equipment.
• Create systems for ordering and maintaining equipment, tools, and supplies.
• Train and supervise makerspace volunteers.
• Maintain knowledge of library services, resources, and operational practices.
• Deliver and model high-quality customer service aligned with library standards.
• Interpret and apply library policies and procedures, address patron concerns and Library Rules issues, and support a safe, welcoming environment.
• Perform other assigned duties, including working at public service points.

Benefits

• LCLS pays 100% of employee contributions to the Wyoming Retirement System, a lifetime pension plan.
• LCLS pays 85% of medical and dental premiums and provides $25,000 in employer-paid life insurance.
• 13 paid holidays, vacation, sick leave, and one personal day each year.
• Vacation starts at four weeks annually and increases with years of service.
• Deferred compensation (457b), vision coverage, prepaid legal services, and other voluntary benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager